EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2018-14-01

AFM Change / Placard Installation — Cockpit Area Fuselage Skin — Inspection / Repair

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-14-01 is a final rule addressing certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-46-600TP (M600) airplanes. It mandates temporary airspeed limitations, placard installation, inspection of rivets on the cockpit canopy fuselage skin, and repair actions to address undersized fasteners found during manufacturing.

Jul 11, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-46 (Malibu)Piper PA-46-600TP

EASA SIB SW-18-19

Aspen EFD1000 Primary Flight Display - Navigation, Attitude, and Direction Data System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: SW-18-19 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential airworthiness concern with the Aspen EFD1000 Primary Flight Display installed under STC SA10822SC. It specifically affects aircraft such as the Air Tractor AT-802A equipped with this display system, highlighting possible misleading heading and attitude indications when certain high-current electrical equipment is activated. The bulletin does not mandate corrective action but informs operators of the issue and ongoing investigation.

Jul 10, 2018

Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD US-2018-12-06

Air Conditioning - Software and Hardware - Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2018-12-06 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It targets an air conditioning system issue involving latent flow sensor failures combined with single cabin air compressor (CAC) operation that can cause CAC inlet overheating and damage. The directive mandates software and hardware updates to the cabin air conditioning and temperature control system to mitigate this unsafe condition.

Jul 9, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD US-2018-13-05

Engine - Oil Filter Sampling / Analysis - Hydraulic Torque Sensor Gear Assembly - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-13-05 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 turboprop and TSE331 turboshaft engines. It targets failures in the direct drive fuel control gears and bearings within the hydraulic torque sensor gear assembly, part number 3101726-3. The directive mandates initial and repetitive engine oil filter sampling and analysis, along with inspections of affected hydraulic torque sensor gear assemblies to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 9, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHoneywell International TPE331Honeywell International TSE331-3U

EASA AD CF-2018-17

Stall Protection System — Out of Tolerance Angle of Attack Transducers

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-17 addresses the stall protection system on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B19 aeroplanes, specifically those with serial numbers 7003 through 7067 and 7069 through 7891 equipped with Angle of Attack (AOA) Transducers part numbers 45-150-340, C16258AA, and C16258AB. This directive mandates actions to ensure the accuracy of AOA transducers to maintain proper stall protection system function. It aims to prevent potential loss of control due to late stall protection activation caused by erroneous AOA signals.

Jul 9, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2B19

EASA AD US-2018-11-13

Wings - Upper Wing Stringers - Inspection / Maintenance Program Revision

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-11-13 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes. It mandates inspections and maintenance revisions related to the upper wing stringers, specifically targeting possible degraded bond-line performance of co-bonded upper wing stringer-to-skin joints. This directive aims to maintain structural integrity by requiring inspections, corrective actions, and preventive modifications.

Jul 9, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8

EASA AD 2018-0143-E

Equipment / Furnishings — Towing Release Mechanism — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0143-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the towing release mechanism on Glasflügel sailplanes, including models such as H 301 Libelle, Standard Libelle variants, Glasflügel 604, Kestrel, Hornet, Mosquito, and Glasflügel 304. The directive mandates inspections of the center of gravity towing release mechanism to prevent jamming issues that could impair cable release during winch launches.

Jul 6, 2018

EASA AD 2018-0128R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0167

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0128R1 is an updated directive addressing inspection requirements for Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic and borescope inspections of specific Intermediate Pressure Compressor (IPC) blades and shafts to detect cracks that could lead to in-flight blade release. The directive applies to all serial numbers of Trent 1000-A, -AE, -C, -CE, -D, -E, -G, and -H engines.

Jul 6, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD 2018-0135R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0204

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0135R1 is an updated directive addressing the inspection and replacement of Main Landing Gear (MLG) sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to specific MLG sliding tubes identified by part and serial numbers in Safran and Airbus service bulletins. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential sliding tube failure that could lead to landing gear collapse.

Jul 6, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA SIB SW-18-12

Century Flight Systems Inc. Horizontal Situation Indicators (HSI) - Navigation — Integrated Flight System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: SW-18-12 is an FAA information bulletin addressing an airworthiness concern related to Century Flight Systems Inc. Horizontal Situation Indicators (HSI), specifically model number NSD360. The bulletin informs owners and operators about premature drive belt failures in this HSI model, which could lead to loss of directional information. This bulletin does not mandate corrective action but serves as an advisory based on similar findings from the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority.

Jul 3, 2018

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2018-0141

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0027

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0141 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and possible replacement of Electro-Hydrostatic Actuators (EHA) installed on the inboard ailerons, elevators, and rudder due to potential insulation resistance degradation. The directive mandates a one-time insulation check of affected EHAs and corrective actions based on the inspection results.

Jul 3, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD US-2018-13-03

Engine - Engine Fan Hub - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 123 (June 26, 2018) is a final rule Airworthiness Directive (AD 2018-13-03) issued by the FAA for certain International Aero Engines PW1100G-series turbofan engines, including models PW1133G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, and PW1122G-JM. The AD mandates a one-time visual inspection of the engine fan hub for damage and requires removal of parts if defects exceed serviceable limits. This directive addresses safety concerns related to potential uncontained engine fan hub failure.

Jun 29, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA AD DCA-750XL-31

Firewall Wiring Penetrations — Inspection

The Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/31 Firewall Wiring Penetrations – Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to Pacific Aerospace Limited 750XL aircraft with serial numbers up to and including 221. This directive mandates inspection and corrective action to address potential ineffective firewall sealing for wiring penetrations. The directive requires compliance with Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/101 issue 1 or later approved revisions.

Jun 29, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD DCA-750XL-29

Refrigerant Hose Insulation — Inspection

Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/29 Refrigerant Hose Insulation – Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to Pacific Aerospace Limited 750XL aircraft with serial numbers up to and including 208 that have factory air-conditioning modification PAC/XL/0409 or modification PAC/XL/0618. This directive mandates inspection and correction of non-compliant insulation lagging on the refrigerant hoses of the air-conditioning system to ensure safety. The directive requires compliance with Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/086 issue 2 or later approved revisions.

Jun 29, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD DCA-750XL-30

Relocation of Ground Terminations — Inspection

The Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/30 Relocation of Ground Terminations – Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand. It applies to Pacific Aerospace Limited 750XL aircraft, serial numbers up to and including 222, equipped with a main battery located within the engine bay at the firewall. This directive mandates inspection and modification of the aircraft's ground connections for power sources to enhance safety.

Jun 29, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD 2018-0139

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0257

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0139 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It focuses on engines with specific serial numbers that have not incorporated Rolls-Royce Service Bulletin TRENT 1000 72-H818. The directive mandates actions to prevent engine in-flight shutdowns caused by intermediate pressure turbine blade (IPTB) sulphidation corrosion cracking.

Jun 29, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD CF-1972-06R5

Flight Controls - Damage from Ground Gusts

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-1972-06R5 addresses flight control damage caused by ground gusts on Viking Air Ltd. de Havilland DHC-6 series aeroplanes, including models DHC-6-100, -200, -300, and DHC-6-400. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions for control columns, elevator/rudder pulley brackets, and elevator quadrants to prevent potential loss of aircraft control due to structural damage.

Jun 28, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtViking Air DHC-6 (Twin Otter)Viking Air Ltd. de Havilland DHC-6-100Viking Air Ltd. de Havilland DHC-6-200Viking Air Ltd. de Havilland DHC-6-300Viking Air Ltd. de Havilland DHC-6-400

EASA AD 2014-0236R1

Lights — Emergency Lighting Rotorcraft Flight Manual Amendment / Operational Procedure

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0236R1 is an amendment addressing emergency lighting battery issues on Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 models. It applies to helicopters equipped with specific Cobham or Air Precision emergency lighting batteries and requires amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and operational procedures to ensure battery functionality. The directive aims to maintain emergency lighting operation for at least 10 minutes under critical conditions.

Jun 28, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2018-0138

Powerplant — Forward Engine Mount Shackle Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0138 is an official safety directive addressing Airbus A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Engine Alliance GP7200 engines. It mandates a one-time special detailed inspection of the forward engine mount shackle assemblies and safety tabs to detect potential quality defects that could lead to engine loss in flight. The directive provides inspection instructions based on Airbus Service Bulletin A380-71-8015.

Jun 28, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0136

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0258

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0136 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency addressing the Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aircraft models. It focuses on inspecting the main landing gear sliding tubes that were last overhauled between 27 October 2003 and 21 September 2009 to detect cracks that could lead to landing gear collapse. The directive mandates repetitive visual inspections and replacement of affected parts if cracks are found.

Jun 26, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320